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Down 0-2, the Utah Jazz have struggled offensively against the Houston Rockets. Zak Hicken and Trevor Allen dig into the numbers behind the struggles and discuss what can be done to find success in game three.

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New KSL Sports anchor Sam Farnsworth joins Cleon Wall on the podcast and Sam admits he's getting reacquainted with his home state's NBA team. But Cleon throws Sam into the deep end and asks him if the Jazz should trade for Mike Conley. They also discuss what the Jazz should look for in a guard, Cleon's stance on heightism (it's a word) and if t ...…

Everyone has favorite moments from this past Utah Jazz season, but what were the best moments on and off the court? Trevor Allen and Cleon Wall talk about Trevor's story on kslsports.com that features the best from the entire season. But first, the guys talk about potential free agency targets including Khris Middleton, Tobias Harris, Malcom Br ...…

Jeremiah Jensen and Cleon Wall give their grades for the Jazz this past season. Each guy is pretty tough on some players (Donovan Mitchell, Ricky Rubio and Thabo Sefolosha) and graded on a curve with others (Royce O'Neale and Derrick Favors).

Hosts Trevor Allen and Austin Facer react to the Utah Jazz losing to the Houston Rockets in Game 5 and getting eliminated from the NBA Playoffs. They give their takeaways from the series and the season and what to watch for in the off-season.

For Jae Crowder and and Ricky Rubio, Utah's 107-91 game 4 win over the Houston Rockets was all about heart. It didn't hurt that they carried the Jazz in the first half while Donovan Mitchell and Derrick Favors finished off the Rockets in the final quarter. Cleon Wall and Dallen Graff talk about what most impressed them in this game and the odds ...…

There were so many missed opportunities in Utah's 104-101 loss to the Houston Rockets. There were missed free throws, missed three-pointers and missed shot near the end by Donovan Mitchell that could have tied the game up. But Jeremiah Jensen and Cleon Wall focus on Kyle Korver's glowing assessment of the burgeoning star. They also talk about M ...…

Down 0-2, the Utah Jazz have struggled offensively against the Houston Rockets. Zak Hicken and Trevor Allen dig into the numbers behind the struggles and discuss what can be done to find success in game three.

Austin Facer, Trevor Allen and Cleon Wall look for meaning in the Jazz's 118-98 loss to the Rockets in game 2 of their NBA playoff series. They get an assist from the Double Rainbow guy. The guys also discuss why Utah has played so poorly so far in this series, and it may come down to thinking too much and not hustling enough.…

One day before Game 2 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs, Jazz Notes hosts Hema Heimuli Jr. gave the final keys to what the Jazz need to do to pick up a win and the main key is the have the defensive rotation buttoned up to protect the paint and make things harder for Houston offensively.By TA.

Jazz Notes hosts Trevor Allen and Austin Facer put the Game 1 loss on Sunday night to rest. They look ahead to Game 2 and talk about some of the things that the Jazz need to fix before Game 2 on Wednesday and how to get back to Salt Lake City with the series tied 1-1.By TA.

It was a good ole butt whuppin' in Houston with the Rockets roasting the Jazz 122-90. Austin Facer and Cleon Wall comes up the things they like and don't like from the loss, and there was a lot to dislike. The guys also talk about Houston's impressive defense, the lack of great defense on James Harden and finding another play maker to break dow ...…

KSLSports.com writers Trevor Allen and Austin Facer discussed the upcoming Game 1 matchup of the NBA Playoffs between the Utah Jazz and the Houston Rockets. The guys break down how to slow down James Harden and what the Jazz need to do to win Game 1 in Houston. They also brought up some players that could be the X-Factor for the Jazz.…

The Utah Jazz and Houston Rockets are set to square off for the ninth time in postseason history - Zak Hicken and Hema Heimuli Jr. preview the match up and share their keys for the Jazz to get a series win. Chris Paul and Mike D'Antoni talk the familiarity with the Jazz, while Donovan Mitchell and Quin Snyder discuss their feelings on another s ...…

Cleon Wall may have wanted the Jazz to play Portland in the 1st round of the NBA playoffs, but who can deny another potentially great series between Houston and Utah. The two teams have a great playoff history. Cleon and Jeremiah Jensen break down the how the Jazz could win this series and it might include allowing James Harden to go off for a ...…

Donovan Mitchell ties a career high with 46 points in Utah's final regular season home victory over Denver. Cleon Wall and Austin Facer discuss the drive and determination of Mitchell after he was chewed out. They also talk (again) about whether he should be the lead guard for this team. And the big man match-up between Rudy Gobert and Nikola J ...…

After a quick recap of Utah's 118-97 win over Phoenix, Cleon Wall interviews former Jazz employee Mike Snarr about his new book Long Shots and Layups. Mike reflects back on Jerry Sloan, the years the team went to the NBA Finals and one of his (and Cleon's) favorite Jazz teams.

The Utah Jazz's win over the Hornets was their 10th win in 11 games. The starters looked great, but the 2nd unit struggled on offense without Derrick Favors and Kyle Korver. Jeremiah Jensen and Cleon Wall discuss the struggles, Donovan Mitchell's moves, Thabo Sefolosha stepping up and the team playing like "one" as they get ready to head into t ...…

It was one of the most entertaining blowout wins in recent NBA memory. Former BYU Cougar Jimmer Fredette was cheered as he returned to the NBA, Devin Booker scored 59 points for the Suns and Utah demolished Phoenix 125-92. But did we learn anything about the Jazz in the win? Cleon Wall and Austin Facer debate that question. They also talk about ...…

The Jazz lose an ugly 98-89 game to the Oklahoma City Thunder, but that wasn't the only ugly happening at Vivint Smarthome Arena. Russell Westbrook and some fans verbally sparred during the game. Russ claimed racist comments were directed at him which set him off. Cleon Wall believes that this will keep happening to Westbrook because he feeds o ...…

Jeremiah Jensen has changed his mind on how the Jazz may fair in the playoffs thanks the the free falling Oklahoma City Thunder. But Cleon Wall still would not want to face MVP candidate Paul George in the playoffs. Jeremiah also thinks the Jazz are the best match-up in the postseason. The guys also discuss if Rudy Gobert should be traded and i ...…

The Utah Jazz started out slow in the 111-105 win over the LA Clippers, but the team showed resiliency in the victory. Donovan Mitchell talked about channeling his inner Michael Jordan in a move that was tweeted out several times during the game. And host Cleon Wall plays hot take theater after the game. Let's just say the theater and actors ar ...…

Ricky Rubio and Donovan Mitchell are two of the most likeable guys on and off the court. Ricky is the steady floor general with his off court pursuits focusing on charity work. Donovan is a jokester, beloved by teammates and bound to be a star. But if the Jazz want to win an NBA title, can these two guys be Utah's starting backcourt? Jeremiah J ...…

The 2 most intriguing sports guys (Jeremiah Jensen and Cleon Wall) discuss the most intriguing Jazz players, games and teams as we approach the last quarter of the NBA season. Okay. So maybe Cleon and Jeremiah aren't that intriguing, but the topics are pretty good. The two also discuss the most memorable moments of NBA All-Star weekend.…

Ricky Rubio was adamant that team chemistry is the most important part of an NBA team after he wasn't traded. But how far can chemistry take this current Jazz squad? Cleon Wall poses that question to former Jazzman Mark Eaton who also espouses his feelings on Rubio, the team's camaraderie and if the team should take a chance on a talented playe ...…

Emotions have been all over the place after the Utah Jazz didn't make a trade deadline deal. Jeremiah Jensen and Cleon Wall quickly give their quick thoughts before delving into how this could affect Ricky Rubio, Derrick Favors and Dante Exum. Let's just say Ricky wasn't too happy having his name in trade talks. And is it an accomplishment if t ...…

The Utah Jazz 116-88 victory over the Phoenix Sun was not inspiring to watch, so Cleon Wall grabbed Ryan McDonald of the Deseret News to talk about why the Jazz have not made a trade yet even with all the ongoing chatter. Cleon then focuses on one player as the guy that probably should go and it should surprise no one.…

Alex Kirry is fully on the Utah Jazz bandwagon after Donovan Mitchell turned himself into All-Star in the last 14 games. Cleon Wall then poses the question of who is better than the Jazz? The Thunder, Nuggets or Blazers? And finally, the guys discuss some of the names connected to the Jazz before the NBA trade deadline on February 7th. In theor ...…

What a fun game (unless you are a Nuggets fan) for the Utah Jazz in their win over Denver. Donovan Mitchell, Rudy Gobert and Nikola Jokic played like All-Stars. Before the game, Cleon Wall talked with Nuggets reporter/analyst Chris Dempsey about how Denver got to be the 2nd best team in the Western Conference, the potential budding rivalry betw ...…

The Jazz's 3rd quarter defense doomed them in their 109-104 home loss to Portland. Jeremiah Jensen and Cleon Wall bemoan the fact that Utah could not contain Jusuf Nurkic on the pick and roll. So will that spell doom part 2 against Denver? At least Ricky Rubio played well in his return.

Jeremiah Jensen can't say enough about how much of an impact Rudy Gobert is on the Jazz after the most recent win over the Clippers. He really has no comparison. But will he be an All-Star? Cleon Wall wonders if not making the all-offensive game would really be a bad thing for Rudy or the Jazz. Plus, it's Star Wars night against the Cavs. The t ...…

Spencer Hall returns with Cleon Wall and Cleon makes Spencer pick out the topics for today. The guys talk about whether Utah has enough information to make Donovan Mitchell the lead guard going forward, if they should trade for more offensive firepower and if they are happy with Utah's modest winning streak. And would you trade Ben Simmons for ...…

Jeremiah Jensen and Cleon Wall were impressed with how Donovan Mitchell played in the Jazz's win over Orlando. He's looking relaxed and ready on and off the court. But how often will Jazz fans see that Donovan? And after another poor start, the guys discuss whether they Jazz should shuffle the lineup to start someone new at power forward. Cleon ...…

The Jazz looked lethargic against Orlando in the first half. Then Utah used a little defensive magic to beat the Magic 106-93. Quin Snyder praised his team and Donovan Mitchell looked like a superhero who could do anything in this game. Cleon Wall discusses it all plus speaks with KSL.com Jazz reporter Ryan Miller about Mitchell becoming a poin ...…

The Utah Jazz lost their first game of 2019, but the soft part of their schedule is coming up. Alex Kirry is tired of wondering when the Jazz are going to make a turnaround. Cleon Wall thinks we already know all about this team; they're good (and dangerous) but not great. The guys don't think Jazz fans should hang their head after the 1st ballo ...…

Did the Utah Jazz really turn a corner in their 108-103 win over the Golden State Warriors? The shooting wasn't great, but the defense was tremendous. Jeremiah Jensen and Cleon Wall recap the big win and if the team's offense is catching up with the defense. The two hosts also dole out Christmas wishes to members of the Utah Jazz.…

Yes, the Utah Jazz have lost two games in a row including a heart breaker in Houston. But Cleon Wall and Jeremiah Jensen see that this team is starting to look better as a team on defense. Jeremiah just hopes that it's not too late with how good the rest of the Western Conference is right now. The guys also discuss why Jabari Parker is not comi ...…

The Utah Jazz won another game with Jae Crowder starting at power forward and Cleon Wall wants him to start all or at least most of the time. Alex Kirry wants Cleon to slow down on his supposed hot take. Alex and Cleon also discuss the team's trip to Mexico, patience with Donovan Mitchell and if Gail Miller would swat a player on the head.…

The Utah Jazz were on fire in their 139-105 win over the San Antonio Spurs. They set a new team record with 20 made 3-pointers. Quin Snyder credits spacing while Joe Ingles mentioned they shared the ball just the right amount. Hosts Cleon Wall and Jeremiah Jensen also discuss Kyle Korver's big return and if this was the right trade at the right ...…

It was an ugly night on the court and in the stands for the Utah Jazz. The team was booed after losing 121-88 at home versus the Indiana Pacers. Quin Snyder believes they need to play harder and better, Joe Ingles believes it starts with the small stuff and Ricky Rubio would like to play a bit more at home. Jeremiah Jensen and Cleon Wall say it ...…

After a 2-3 road trip, the Utah Jazz are now 8-9 on the season. But Spencer Hall isn't ready to jump the ship yet. Hall and co-host Cleon Wall discuss when Jazz fans might finally get nervous about how this team is playing so far this season. They also analyze whether their is too much pressure on Donovan Mitchell. And they also consider whethe ...…

Cleon Wall and Jeremiah Jensen bemoan another ugly Jazz game with Memphis, but at least they won. The two talk about the Jazz MVP 13 games into the season, the lasting image in Utah's win over the Celtics, the team's perfect wings and if Utah is properly rated in the power rankings.

Gordon Hayward is finally coming back to Salt Lake City. Is excited to return? The hosts of KSL's UnRivaled get the lowdown on Hayward and Boston with Celtics.com reporter Marc D'Amico. They also discuss if Hayward will be booed upon his return. You can listen to KSL's UnRivaled each weeknight on KSL Newsradio or you can find their podcast belo ...…

What a return and what a dunk for Donovan Mitchell in the Jazz's 117-102 win over the Mavericks. Cleon Wall was at the game and gives his opinion on why Donovan will be Utah's lead guard in the future. You'll hear from Donovan about the dunk, running with the 2nd team and his improved passing. Coach Snyder talks defense and Rudy Gobert was aske ...…

Sure the Utah Jazz lost to a Minnesota club that didn't have Jimmy Butler and Jeff Teague, but Spencer Hall said it was still fun to watching Derrick Rose dial back the clock and score a career high 50. Hall is also preaching patience after the road set back. Cleon Wall talks about revenge against Memphis, Ricky Rubio's struggles and Prince ins ...…

KSL TV anchor Jeremiah Jensen predicted the Utah Jazz needed a road trip to come together as a team. He seems to be right and he's happy about it. JJ and Cleon Wall also discuss who has been more impressive on this 3-0 roadie: Donovan Mitchell or Rudy Gobert? Then the two play the game show sweeping the nation (or at least the studio). It's cal ...…

Alex Kirry and his KSL's UnRivaled co-host Scott Mitchell are joined by former Utah Jazz coach Gordon Chiesa. They talk about Donovan Mitchell's big game at Houston and whether or not opposing team's are defending @spidamitchell differently this season. And coach Chiesa believes the Jazz need another play-maker on this team, but it may not come ...…

Cleon Wall and Jeremiah Jensen are trying to wash their eyes out after witnessing the Jazz's ugly 92-84 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. Jeremiah agrees with head coach Quin Snyder that Utah needs to play better team basaketball or they will lose a lot more games like this one. Cleon wonders if it's a little disconcerting that Ricky Rubio hasn't ...…

Well that was a close one. The Utah Jazz were able to overcome poor play and some bad defense to beat the Sacramento Kings 123-117, but not all dour after the game. Hosts Alex Kirry and Cleon Wall speak about what impressed them (Joe Ingles, the bench) and what disappointed them (the Jazz starting backcourt). They also talk about the upcoming g ...…

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